What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregivers Needed (Berkshires, MA) position at Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc.?
Job Summary
Open Your Heart, Open Your Home/Caregiving with Love Nonotuck Resources Associates (www.nonotuck.com) is a community-based agency that provides residential services since 1972 to people with intellectual disabilities. Believing in the transformative power of caring for a person in a home-setting, we support individuals through matching them with caring providers who open their hearts and homes to our members as Shared Living Providers (SLPs). SLPs need to provide a flexible and supportive environment where the individual they are supporting will feel safe and secure.
Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: planning and sharing meals together each day, going to appointments and participating in community and social activities. The SLP may also need to provide assistance, supervision and teaching in areas such as bathing, dressing, personal hygiene and budgeting. In addition, there may be a need to offer emotional and behavioral supports.
Nonotuck Resource Associates is looking for compassionate and supportive individuals or families in Berkshire County to open their homes to an adult with an intellectual disability. As a Shared Living Provider, you’ll have the opportunity to build a meaningful relationship while providing a safe, nurturing environment where someone can truly thrive.
We welcome applicants from all walks of life—whether you’re single, part of a couple, a family with children, or a pet owner. You don’t need prior experience—just an open heart, a stable home (single-family or apartment with an extra bedroom), and a willingness to make a difference.
The Following Resources Will Be Available
Open Your Heart, Open Your Home/Caregiving with Love Nonotuck Resources Associates (www.nonotuck.com) is a community-based agency that provides residential services since 1972 to people with intellectual disabilities. Believing in the transformative power of caring for a person in a home-setting, we support individuals through matching them with caring providers who open their hearts and homes to our members as Shared Living Providers (SLPs). SLPs need to provide a flexible and supportive environment where the individual they are supporting will feel safe and secure.
Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: planning and sharing meals together each day, going to appointments and participating in community and social activities. The SLP may also need to provide assistance, supervision and teaching in areas such as bathing, dressing, personal hygiene and budgeting. In addition, there may be a need to offer emotional and behavioral supports.
Nonotuck Resource Associates is looking for compassionate and supportive individuals or families in Berkshire County to open their homes to an adult with an intellectual disability. As a Shared Living Provider, you’ll have the opportunity to build a meaningful relationship while providing a safe, nurturing environment where someone can truly thrive.
We welcome applicants from all walks of life—whether you’re single, part of a couple, a family with children, or a pet owner. You don’t need prior experience—just an open heart, a stable home (single-family or apartment with an extra bedroom), and a willingness to make a difference.
The Following Resources Will Be Available
- Generous stipend
- 24- Hour emergency on-call assistance
- Monthly in-home visits from a Care Manager
- Access to clinicians for additional support
- Training on home safety skills, medication management, and First Aid/CPR
- Support of a nearby and loving family to help
